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MD SB331
MD SB331Public Safety - Handgun Permits - Expiration and Renewal Periods for Retired Law Enforcement Officer
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing alternative expiration and renewal periods for a handgun permit issued to a retired law enforcement officer who retired in good standing from service with a law enforcement agency of the State or a county or municipal corporation of the State; and providing that a handgun permit issued to a law enforcement officer who retired in good standing expires on the last day of the holder's birth month following 5 years after the date the permit is issued and may be renewed for successive periods of 5 years under certain circumstances.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the expiration and renewal periods for handgun permits, which are official documents allowing someone to carry, wear, or transport a handgun, specifically for retired law enforcement officers. Previously, handgun permits generally expired after two years and could be renewed for three-year periods. However, this bill introduces new provisions for retired law enforcement officers who left their service in good standing. For these individuals, their handgun permit will now expire five years after it's issued, on the last day of their birth month, and can be renewed for subsequent five-year periods, provided they still meet the necessary qualifications for a permit. This change aims to provide a longer validity period for handgun permits held by experienced former officers.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 2/5/2026 ) (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0331?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/sb/sb0331f.pdf |
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